Moose Snowmobile Trail Reports for Friday, February 17, 2023

Riding conditions remain just about as tough as they can be.

Although we did get a little fresh snowfall early Friday, this weekend eases in on the heels of a prolonged warm-up, which has taken a toll on trails all over.

Several systems are still reporting trail closures. Colder weather is forecasted for the weekend.

Here are the latest updates we’ve gathered:

NOTE: Conditions are likely and do tend to change on a moment’s notice. Be sure to keep checking our website for any updates.

Barnes Corners Sno-Pals: Trails took a beating amidst warm weather; some Tug Hill trails/seasonal roads have been holding up. 

Brantingham Snowmobile Club: Trails are CLOSED.

Long Pond Sno Sled Club: All trails are CLOSED.

Lost Trail Snowmobile Club: Trails are CLOSED.

Missing Link Snowmobile Club: Trails are CLOSED.

Osceola Snowmobile Association: No updates since February 12; best coverage has been Cedar Pines and north. 

Ohio Ridge Riders: Trails are CLOSED. 

Old Forge/Town of Webb: Marginal conditions; overall (ice) base is 1-3-inches; most trails are very thin.

Penn Mountain Snow Riders: Trails are CLOSED. 

Southern Tug Hill Sno-Riders: No grooming planned; there are poor and fair conditions near Highmarket.

Trackside Blazers: Trails are CLOSED.

Turin Ridge Riders: Riding is limited to the seasonal roads; generally poor conditions reported.

Valley Snow Travelers: No updates since February 14; all Lowville and Maples Trails CLOSED.

NOTICE: Local law enforcement and snowmobile club officials are warning all riders to obey any and all rules and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to: respecting closed trails and staying off from private property. Police warn to never snowmobile while intoxicated or under the influence of any substance. Watch your speeds and remember to look out for and give right-of-way to groomers on the trails.

Image via Southern Tug Hill Sno-Riders.